Fact Check: Did Peter Obi Claim Nigeria Consumes the Least Electricity Per Capita?

In this video, we fact-check Peter Obi’s claim that Nigeria has the lowest yearly electricity use per person worldwide. We review national generation levels near 4,000 MW and average consumption of about 144–165 kWh per person. Data from the International Energy Agency show that while Nigeria’s per capita use is well below the African average of 617 kWh, countries like Chad and Somalia record even lower figures. This means Nigeria is not the absolute lowest consumer. We break down the latest statistics, compare Nigeria with its continental peers, and explain what these energy metrics mean for development and policy.

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